Originally Posted by Jerm13

Yes and Yes.

The wheels do rub quite a bit. Dont worry about it. Unless you want less steering, that is the only way to really fix that issue. It just scuffs the arms and leaves a neat black ring on the inside of the wheels.

The play in the linkages is also normal from wear. you can replace everything to get the "Losi Slop" out but I would be worried untill it wont track straight.